Student Health Issues

Lice, a four letter word that sends shivers down the spines of parents and teachers. But it doesn't have to. There are solutions and with perseverance, lice can be gone.

Nov 12, 2009 - RaDeana Montgomery

Parents, teachers and administrators are all concerned about the spread of the swine flu at school and the importance of keeping students in the classroom and learning.

Nov 11, 2009 - Krista Sadlers

What educators and schools need to know about the H1N1 swine flu and seasonal flu in schools - symptoms and prevention tips from the CDC and the NEA.

Nov 7, 2009 - Irene Taylor

Many schools have temporarily shut their doors due to flu outbreaks. In attempt to protect the health of the students, some school systems are offering flu vaccines.

Oct 18, 2009 - Karri Weathers

Creating a safe school begins with defining the problems, developing policies and procedures, and then educating students, parents, and staff on corrective measures.

Aug 27, 2009 - Linda Mundorff

By incorporating the Montessori philosophies of respect of nature and sense of community, a healthy school lunch can evolve from a new approach to healthy eating.

Aug 23, 2009 - Jocelyn Scotty

A strict no-put-down policy should be in place in the home, the classroom, the bus, the playground, and anywhere else where kids can be hurt by unkind words and actions.

Aug 13, 2009 - DeLene Sholes

Children with gluten intolerance need special consideration when going back to school. Follow these tips to ensure that the gluten free child is ready for school.

Aug 9, 2009 - Marissa Carter

Preventing injuries by providing a safe educational environment is of prime concern to teachers. Teachers should be well-prepared to act when students are injured.

Jul 3, 2009 - Rana Diab

Avoid exam panic by taking a deep breath and following these easy guidelines.

May 5, 2009 - Matthew Pitt

What can be done to help enhance the learning of students who have suffered child abuse?

Apr 5, 2009 - Rachel Wills

School communities play an important role in preventing anaphylactic incidents. Failure to respond appropriately to an anaphylactic reaction could result in death.

Mar 18, 2009 - Kimberley Powell

The United States federal and state governments' funding of abstinence only education could be interpreted as placing monetary value on the virginity of young girls.

Feb 11, 2009 - Kristin Maun

With rising obesity rates, it is clear that American children need to adopt healthier lifestyles. To encourage this, schools are stepping up to improve kids' fitness.

Dec 10, 2008 - Rebecca Hersh

Although school is supposed to be a safe place for our children, new information shows that the air our children breathe around their schools may be toxic.

Dec 8, 2008 - Jennifer Wagaman

Parents, teachers and state legislators dealing with the burgeoning problem of cyberbullying.

Nov 23, 2008 - Mckenzie Cassidy

Impetigo is one of the most common skin infections in children. Impetigo causes blisters, sores, and scabs on the face, arms, and hands.

Sep 4, 2008 - Kellie Anderson